Move here
With Stockholm Arlanda Airport less than 20 minutes away from Uppsala City, you’ll always be conveniently connected here. Explore our tips for making your move as smooth as possible. Check out our check list below, learn what documents, visas and permits you might need, how the Swedish tax system and social insurance works.
Preparing your documents
Know what passports, permits and visas you’ll need to make your move to Sweden.
Visas and work permits
Registering with the Tax Agency
Swedish taxes
Uppsala is an easy destination, what ever way you chose to travel.
Getting to Uppsala
Moving your belongings
If your stay in Sweden is longer than 365 days, you are usually entitled to certain residence-based benefits. Here’s how they work.
Social insurance
Check list
Use our essential to-do list and make your move to Sweden and Uppsala extra smooth.
Meet our internationals
“When we got to experience the tranquility and the beautiful environment in Uppsala, we were absolutely convinced that this was the place where we would live.” Antoine Boussaert
More voices from UppsalaDid you know...
… the biggest social event in the Uppsala calendar is the spring festival Walpurgis – Valborg.
Upcoming events in Uppsala
Christmas Market
Are you looking forward to visiting a Christmas 🎄 market during December? Then, look no further!!
You can visit with your friends and families! Let the Christmas spirit come to life with food & drinks, local crafts or maybe you find a unique Christmas gift for someone or treat yourself🎁
Here you can find other Christmas Markets happening around Uppsaala - Julmarknader i Uppsala
Skatteverket-Starting a Business in Sweden
Time: 18:00 -19:15
This webinar is suited for you who are interested in starting a business in Sweden. This is part one of a three part series in which Skatteverket (The Swedish Tax Agency) will provide you with basic information that you need when registering a business.
The webinar will cover questions such as:
- What are the differences between the business forms limited company and sole trader?
- What taxes and fees are you expected to pay?
- What responsibility do you have when registering a business in Sweden?
The webinar will last for about 1 hour and 15 minutes. During the webinar you have the opportunity to ask questions and receive answers in the chat!
Follow the link to register and learn more about the webinar!
UIC Demo Day
Time: 16:00 - 18:00
Location: Hubben, Uppsala Science Park
UIC Demo Day is your chance to meet the next generation of super entrepreneurs! On site, you will meet participants from the business development programs Startup and Build who exhibit and demonstrate their business ideas.
You mingle with others who like entrepreneurship and are inspired by the innovative ideas of more than twenty exciting companies. As usual, you can vote for your favorite company during the evening!